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How to Travel from

Sunshine Coast to Alice Springs

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Translink

Phone:
13 12 30
Website:
translink.com.au/
Train from Nambour station, platform 1 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.05–$7.58
Train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Eagle
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.79–$5.43
Train from Albion station, platform 1 to Beenleigh
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.53–$3.66
Train from Landsborough station, platform 2 to Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.04–$5.81

Transport for NSW

Phone:
131 500
Website:
transportnsw.info/
Train from Roma Street Station to Central
Ave. Duration:
14h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.00–$32.84

Firefly Express

Phone:
1300 730 740
Website:
fireflyexpress.com.au
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.42–$56.84

Greyhound Australia

Phone:
1300 473946
Website:
greyhound.com.au/
Bus from Brisbane to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$94.73–$239.99
Bus from Central Station to Albury
Ave. Duration:
7h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.10–$126.31
Bus from Adelaide to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 30m
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$138.94–$353.67

V-Line Buses

Phone:
+61 3 9662 2505
Website:
vline.com.au/
Bus from Albury Station/Hume Hwy to 85
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.84–$45.47

Premier Motor Service

Phone:
13 34 10
Website:
premierms.com.au/
Bus from Beenleigh to Central
Ave. Duration:
17h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$69.47–$101.05

Airlines

Qantas

Website:
qantas.com/
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
15h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$694.70–$1,136.79
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$303.14–$1,073.63

Virgin Australia

Website:
virginaustralia.com
Plane from Brisbane Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Thursday
Estimated price:
$290.51–$1,073.63

Airnorth

Website:
flyairnorth.com/
Plane from Sunshine Coast Airport to Alice
Ave. Duration:
20h 15m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$366.30–$947.32

Train operators

Journey Beyond - Indian Pacific

Phone:
1800 703 357
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/indian-pacific/
Train from Sydney Central Station to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
25h 50m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$757.86–$2,652.51

Queensland Rail Travel

Phone:
1800 872 467
Website:
queenslandrailtravel.com.au/
Train from Nambour station, platform 1 to Roma
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.79–$270.95

Journey Beyond - Great Southern

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/great-southern/
Train from Brisbane to Adelaide
Ave. Duration:
2d 21h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$1,521.53–$3,744.75

Journey Beyond - The Ghan

Phone:
1800 703 357 (Outside AU +61 8 8213 4401)
Website:
journeybeyondrail.com.au/the-ghan/
Train from Adelaide Parklands to Alice
Ave. Duration:
26h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$337.94–$681.57

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Alice Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Alice Springs is to train and fly which costs $271.74 - $978.26 and takes 7h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Alice Springs?

The fastest way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Alice Springs is to train and fly which takes 7h 52m and costs $271.74 - $978.26 .

How far is it from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Alice Springs?

The distance between Sunshine Coast (Region) and Alice Springs is 1979 km. The road distance is 3053.8 km.

How do I travel from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Alice Springs without a car?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Alice Springs without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 2 days 17h and costs $380.43 - $869.57 .

How long does it take to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Alice Springs?

It takes approximately 17h 10m to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Alice Springs, including transfers.

Train or fly from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Alice Springs?

The best way to get from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Alice Springs is to fly which takes 17h 10m and costs $413.04 - $706.52 . Alternatively, you can train via Sydney, which costs $978.26 - $3260.87 and takes 2 days 23h.

What is the time difference between Sunshine Coast (Region) and Alice Springs?

Alice Springs is 30 min behind Sunshine Coast (Region). It is currently 17:37 in Sunshine Coast (Region) and 17:07 in Alice Springs.

Can I drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Alice Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunshine Coast (Region) to Alice Springs is 3054 km. It takes approximately 31h 25m to drive from Sunshine Coast (Region) to Alice Springs.

Where can I stay near Alice Springs?

There are 25+ hotels available in Alice Springs. Prices start at $16.74 per night.
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